Life isn’t always easy. We all face seasons of struggle, uncertainty, and feeling lost. But the good news is—God meets us in the wilderness. Throughout Scripture, we see how God showed up for people in their hardest moments, providing direction, hope, and rescue. This Sunday, we’re continuing our series The Wilderness by looking at the life of John the Baptist. John spent years in the wilderness, but God used that season to prepare him for his mission — to point people to Jesus. The wilderness may feel like a place of emptiness, but it’s often where God shapes us for what’s next. Join us as we explore how the wilderness can prepare us for change, redirect our lives, and ultimately point us to Jesus. Don’t miss it!







Sermon Notes:







Introduction









* Matthew 3:1-3 NLT







* Isaiah 40:3-5 NLT







* Luke 1:15-17 NLT









Point 1: The Wilderness Prepares Us for Change









* Luke 1:80 NLT







* Mark 1:4-5 NLT









Point 2: The Wilderness can change the direction of our life









* Mark 1:6-8 NLT







* Matthew 3:4-6 NLT









Point 3: The Wilderness Can Point Us to Jesus









* John 1:6-8 NLT







* John 1:29-31 NLT







* Isaiah 43:19 NLT